As we inch closer to the Fourth of July festivities, residents in the Washington D.C. area can expect to bask in the warmth of mostly sunny skies and high temperatures. The capital is slated to see a high near 86 degrees today with a light southeast breeze picking up in the afternoon. Keeping with the mild conditions, tonight will usher in mostly clear skies with a low around 66 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.
Tomorrow promises unadulterated sunshine and temperatures climbing to near 89 degrees, while a gentle south wind will make its presence felt at speeds of 3 to 8 mph. As D.C. folks prepare for Independence Day, they may need to brace for a shift in the weather. The NWS foresees a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms post-2pm on the fourth, clouding over what starts as a partly sunny day with highs sweltering near 95 degrees.
The rollercoaster of summer weather doesn't stop there—the evening of July 4 may also see its share of showers and thunderstorms before the night turns mostly cloudy. And for those extending their celebrations into the weekend, Friday and Saturday are also subject to the whims of the skies. Residents can anticipate a 40% to 60% chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms, interspersed with partly sunny conditions and highs steadfast in the mid-90s.
Capping off the weekend, Sunday looks to bring a reprieve with a return to mostly sunny skies and a high near 91 degrees. But this being summer in the city—the chance for weather-fueled disruptions lingers with a slight 30% possibility of showers and thunderstorms on Monday. So as crowds gather on the National Mall for the holiday or in parks and backyards across the district, it might be wise to keep an eye on the sky and possibly, an umbrella at the ready.
